Katekozak
In the Brooder
- Jun 5, 2019
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Hi All!
I have two cats that I routinely take to the vet for check-ups, meds, and immunizations. I have other pets such as several full fish tanks and a husband (kidding!) that require care at times. However I am new to raising chickens. I have six hens that are approx. 4 months old (2 rhode island reds, 2 leghorns, and 2 amberlinks). They are all in fantastic health and show signs of being ready to lay eggs. I would like to have my hens checked out and essentially established with a medical provider should something happen.
I have many questions regarding who to call for this. Is there a avian specialist I should have on board? Is there some type of farm veterinarian that would come to my house if I needed medical assistance? I'm a medical provider for people (PA) but animals, especially birds, are incredibly different and I'm happy to call an expert.
Please leave your suggestions regarding who should be called to handle this and how to find them. Any other information you have regarding health would be greatly appreciated. Do hens get check-ups? I've read there are really no vaccinations required after birth but is this true? I just need to be pointed in the correct direction. Thanks in advance!
Kate
I have two cats that I routinely take to the vet for check-ups, meds, and immunizations. I have other pets such as several full fish tanks and a husband (kidding!) that require care at times. However I am new to raising chickens. I have six hens that are approx. 4 months old (2 rhode island reds, 2 leghorns, and 2 amberlinks). They are all in fantastic health and show signs of being ready to lay eggs. I would like to have my hens checked out and essentially established with a medical provider should something happen.
I have many questions regarding who to call for this. Is there a avian specialist I should have on board? Is there some type of farm veterinarian that would come to my house if I needed medical assistance? I'm a medical provider for people (PA) but animals, especially birds, are incredibly different and I'm happy to call an expert.
Please leave your suggestions regarding who should be called to handle this and how to find them. Any other information you have regarding health would be greatly appreciated. Do hens get check-ups? I've read there are really no vaccinations required after birth but is this true? I just need to be pointed in the correct direction. Thanks in advance!
Kate